Cemetery Groundskeeper/ Labourer (Muslim Cemetery)

**Job Summary:** * Maintain cemetery grounds and landscaping * Support burial operations with professionalism and respect * Work outdoors year‑round in all weather * Assist grieving families with compassion **Key ResponsibilitiesLandscaping \& Groundskeeping** * Mowing, trimming, edging, pruning, and blowing * Planting, watering, and caring for trees, shrubs, and flowers * Seasonal cleanup: leaves, debris, storm damage * Maintain walkways, driveways, and common areas **Burial Operations** * Mark, dig, and close graves (manual or equipment\-assisted) * Set up gravesite pole‑vault structure * Assist with positioning the deceased per cultural and spiritual customs * Install headstones, markers, and signage * Support funeral and burial service setup **Equipment Operation** * Operate mowers, trimmers, backhoes, dump trucks, and utility vehicles * Perform routine inspections and minor repairs * Transport soil, materials, and equipment **Custodial Duties** * Clean office areas, lobbies, hallways, and restrooms * Replenish restroom supplies * Remove trash and maintain cleanliness of all public areas **Weather‑Related Duties** * Snow and ice removal * Manage drainage during heavy rain * Respond to weather‑related hazards promptly **Family Interaction \& Teamwork** * Provide respectful assistance to grieving families * Communicate clearly with supervisors and team members * Follow instructions and complete tasks reliably **Safety \& Compliance** * Follow OSHA regulations (excavation, PPE, hazard communication) * Use required PPE: hard hat, boots, gloves, high‑visibility gear * Report hazards and participate in safety training **Qualifications**: * High school diploma or GED preferred * Landscaping or groundskeeping experience a plus * Ability to lift 50 lbs and work outdoors in all weather * Valid driver’s license required * Reliable, respectful, and detail‑oriented **Work Environment** * Outdoor work in heat, cold, rain, and snow * Exposure to dirt, dust, noise, and heavy equipment * Weekend or holiday work may be required Pay: $20\.21 \- $26\.75 per hour Work Location: In person